The Hatch: Taronga Accelerator Program, supported by LG, is designed to help ecopreneurs take their idea from vision to reality.

If you are a not-for-profit, startup or social enterprise founder with a venture that will drive positive change for wildlife, biodiversity and the environment, then we are here to support you.

With an amazing network of mentors and experts will help you bring your vision to life and reach your goals sooner.

At the end of the program one team will receive the $50,000 Hatch Grant. 

What you'll get:

• Funding: Receive $2,000 in equity-free seed funding, with the chance to win an additional $50,000 as the overall winner, $5,000 as the People's Choice recipient, or $5,000 as the LG Life's Good Award winner. Plus an LG product pack valued at $3000 per participating initiative
• Mentors: 1-on-1 bespoke support with knowledgeable mentors and experts with skills from across startups, business and for-purpose arenas
• Professional Support: Personalised guidance from Impact Boom, LG and Taronga's in-house experts in conservation, sustainability, biodiversity and marketing.
• Investor Readiness: Work with investors, experts and trainers to develop your perfect pitch and receive a free 3min professional pitch video valued at $2000
• Upskilling and Masterclasses: Learn from the best in the business about every aspect of your startup and grow as a founder, during our weekly masterclasses and immersive workshops. Valued at $30,000

Applications open 3 November 2025 - Close 26 January 2026